Talent Acquisition Specialist

Do you like making a difference Do you like being part of a process Are you ready to make an impact in the lives of others At the University of Oklahoma we like having a positive impact on our departments and our community. This job plays a big part in getting people in the right jobs with the right skill sets. We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and hardworking junior recruiter to assist with recruiting for the University of Oklahoma. As a junior recruiter you will be responsible for posting job applications online examining resumes screening potential candidates and setting up interviews. You will work directly with the Lead Recruiter and the hiring managers to perform all recruiting-related duties. To ensure success as a junior recruiter you should have knowledge of recruitment techniques excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task. A top-notch Junior Recruiter understands the needs of the company and ensures that only qualified candidates make it through to the hiring managers for review.

• Provides requisition and applicant management and customer service support to applicants and departmental users
• Provides recruiting system support assisting applicants with questions around document issues hiring process resume and cover letter guidance.
• Posts requisitions to include but not limited to proofreading cross checking information and creating prescreening questions.
• Manages job listings and candidate referrals for students and staff positions. Communicates with hiring departments applicants and completing hires.
• Works with departments to move qualified applicants through the hiring process. Assists recruiting assistants and hiring managers on ways to improve job listings and follow-up with expired listings.
• Helps departmental users with questions and troubleshoots technical issues.
• Conducts background and drivers license checks to include but not limited to processing requests communicating with hiring departments and applicants working with vendor on problems and filing documents.
• Provides support to hiring programs such as PEAK Work-Study Learn & Earn Student Jobs OU Connect service listings and the Student Job Location Program.
• Participates in special projects.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelors degreeAND:

• 6 months of customer service or related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelors degree for a total of 54 months related experience

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to interact with a diverse customer base including students hiring managers and the general public
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to build rapport with students faculty and staff
• Ability to produce reports and complete work within deadlines

Certifications:None

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Sit for prolonged periods.
  • Use of a computer and telephone.
  • Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
  • Communicate effectively and listen.
• Environmental:
  • Standard Office Environment.
  • Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
  • Requires contact with the general public Staff and other departments.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

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